Description
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Pasta, a dish that harmonizes creamy textures with zesty flavors. This 30-minute wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. Featuring tender chicken and spicy jalapeños enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce, it’s a mouthwatering meal that satisfies every palate. Whether served as comfort food or a festive dish, this pasta will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 12 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the jalapeños until softened.
- Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper; cook for one more minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and simmer; add heavy cream and cream cheese, stirring until smooth.
- Mix in shredded chicken and heat through for about three minutes.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce and cheeses; stir until well-coated.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 120mg